"armalite"
3 episodes tagged with this keyword
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Mark Koernke and co-host Donald Fletcher discussed firearms training, marksmanship techniques, and tactical movement in combat situations. They covered handgun drills including walking toward targets while shooting, using .22 caliber pistols for training, and cross-training with multiple weapon systems. The hosts emphasized the importance of repetition and muscle memory in firearms proficiency. They also discussed the .50 caliber rifle, the AR-15 platform, and various historical firearms. A significant portion addressed law enforcement training deficiencies, citing a case where only 3 out of approximately 200 Washtenaw County deputies qualified on a firearms course despite extensive training opportunities. The show included discussion of tactical movement principles, the importance of maintaining shooter stance, and decision-making in active shooter scenarios.
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Mark Koernke and Don discussed firearms, ammunition, and tactical self-defense on Weapons Wednesday. The episode covered pistol design history (1911, Browning High Power, Glock), caliber comparisons (9mm vs .45 ACP, .40 caliber, 5.45x39), and self-defense tactics including ambush response and weapon handling. They addressed structural weaknesses in AK-pattern rifles and advocated for manufacturers to produce AR-15 upper receivers in 5.45x39 to utilize abundant cheap Russian ammunition. The hosts also recommended budget-friendly firearms options like High Point pistols and Marlin Camp Carbines for arming family members and non-combatants, and discussed the presence of Canadian police at Detroit's Dream Cruise event.
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Mark Koernke broadcast from a remote location on August 7, 2007, discussing his recent road trip and video production efforts. He recounted an appearance on a hostile radio station where he engaged in a three-hour debate that frustrated the host, demonstrating the persuasive power of patriot messaging to mainstream audiences. The show covered camouflage selection for different environments, praised new micro FM stations carrying the program, and emphasized the importance of continuous outreach and education to younger generations about constitutional rights and patriot principles. Koernke highlighted the show's credibility through past interviews with gun industry leaders like Ronnie Barrett and Mark Westrom of Armalite, and announced upcoming video content and border photography documentation.